Take a little off the top NYT Crossword Clue
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explanationNYT Crossword December 5 2025 Answers
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The most common and recent 4-letter answer for "Take a little off the top" is SKIM.
The phrase 'take a little off the top' is often used when talking about removing a thin layer or portion from the top of a liquid or surface, which is exactly what 'skim' means. This clue uses a common idiom related to the action described by the word 'skim.'
This clue was last seen in the NYT Crossword on December 05, 2025.
To remove a thin layer from the surface of a liquid.
fat-free milk, Read over quickly, Go over lightly, Word before milk or over, Not read thoroughly
The answer to “Take a little off the top” in the New York Times puzzle December 5 2025 is SKIM. Quite straight and simple! Complete your daily NYT Mini challenge with this solution.
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